My first time in Toronto was pretty memorable! The city felt lively and diverse, with so much going on everywhere you look. I loved walking around downtown, which has me a mix of modern skyscrapers and historic buildings. The food scene was amazing! with lots of great spots to try from all over the world. It's basically their version of NYC. I also enjoyed visiting the CN Tower and getting an incredible view of the city! read more

I come here for a family member...and that really is the only reason, It is a great foody town but... Weather sucks Dog poop everywhere Tired and worn down. Everything is expensive and that is with the US to CAD exchange rate too read more

Toronto - Local Flavor Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I fell in love with Toronto on my very first visit and every time I return I discover even more reasons to. I try to stay in a different area of the city every time because it gives me the opportunity to explore. I absolutely adore how diverse it is. Everything from the food and drink to the art and people in general fills my cup up. I'd honestly live here if they would accept me. I've lived in number of big cities across North America and the vibe here just speaks to me in a way that the others haven't. My favorite places to stay so far have been... 1) The Drake Hotel in Beaconsfield Village. 2) The Sheraton right in the middle of downtown. While very different from one another, both provided a memorable experience. My favorite places to eat so far have been... 1) Nuna Kitchen & Bar - Absolutely delicious Peruvian food. 2) Chef's Hall, a food court with a ton of options to choose from. Lastly, I'm a big walker and I can easily spend a few hours simply roaming around. I love strolling through China Town, Phillips Square where you can find the giant Toronto sign, and the entertainment district where you'll find the CN Tower, beautiful skyline views, and some nice greenspaces to enjoy along the water. I'm already counting down to my next visit. See you again soon! read more

I have lived in this Yonge and Eglinton area for the past two years. Yes the area is convenient with amenities. However many of the people (both females and males) that live in this area are self-centered, entitled, rude, obnoxious with aggressive personalities. Recently there have been some violence in this area. Overall it appears that this area is declining. I am actively exploring other options. read more

The winter wonderland of north America. Toronto is a nice place to visit in the winter if you can bear the cold. The men here are a little odd, but I guess I should've expected it based on what I know about Drake. I'd come back for the food. read more

I have been trying to make it to this city for a long time. When I think of this city, I always think of hockey, maple syrup, and Drake. And no, I did not see him while I was there. If America is a melting pot, Toronto is a salad bowl. I have never saw so many nationalities. There was Spanish, Middle Eastern, French, Arab, White, Black, and Asian. And they all were getting along. The city touts that over 150 languages are spoke there. It is not only Canada's Capitol, but also the country's most populous and fourth most populous city in North America. The city is home to the Blue Jays of the MLB and NBA's Raptors. Some of it notable attractions include CN Tower, The LED Toronto Sign in Nathan Phillips Square, and an illusion museum, the Royal Canadian Museum, the River Front, outdoor ice skating in the winter, and City Hall. The city has a section downtown that reminded me of Times Square (on a much smaller scale. Just as with most metropolitan areas, you have to pay to park, either using metered street parking or commercial lots or garages. As for public transportation, they have cabs, ride shares, buses and trains. Getting around town is pretty easy. Parking is another story. I really like the city. There is a lot to do and it is a gorgeous city. They have a Medieval Times franchise and tons of delicious food options. Toronto's airport is actually located in a small neighboring suburb, Mississauga, which has a lot going on itself. If you are from the US like me, prices may seem higher than they are due to the conversion rate. Keep in mind that if you pay sticker price in US dollars, you are paying more than you need to. Most people wont tell you that. If you use a debit/credit card then the conversion is automatically made. I used credit cards for most of my purchases during my visit. I really enjoyed my visit to the city. I was non-stop the entire time I was there. I highly recommend visiting this city if you get a chance. read more

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1-horrific traffic 2-unreliable transit 3-ugly condo towers everywhere, yet unable to house their homeless 4-easily the most expensive city in canada 5-inflation for food and rent; very BAD ... read more

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Are you asking if I approve of Toronto? What an odd thing to review on Yelp. Well, okay...Toronto is a great city. I love it in the summer and I love it in the winter. The people are friendly and there's always something to see and do. My favorite place it the Rex, great jazz, low cover charge and great selection of beer and food. Toronto also has great food trucks and you're never too far from fantastic food choices. Toronto is also a great walking city so get out of your hotel room, walk the streets and people watch or park yourself on a bench and watch the world pass by. read more

Love Toronto. It is an amazing city and a top favorite for me especially after this trip. We flew in and had a good experience with customs & immigration when arriving from the states and for our departure. This was my second trip and had not been since 2000. I forgot how beautiful and amazing the city is. I absolutely recommend doing all the touristy things. My Personal recommendations would be The CN tower, Ripley' Aquarium, and Casa Loma if you can only do a few but there is so much more. We did not use the City Pass but that came recommended as a great option to save money on key places. For getting around the city, I really like the public transit. We used the UP Express to get to and from the airport and the subways the most during our visit. We also did a lot of walking. Toronto has a nice Subway system, streetcars, and buses. Took a minute to get acquainted with them and fully understand how to use them. But happy to say we only got one one wrong street car during our 5 day stay. I do recommend the PRESTO card! Load money and swipe and go and reload as needed. We used www.ttc.ca/trip-planner to plan our trips and supplemented transportation with Lyft/Uber when needed. Last thoughts would be to take a few minute as well to swing by City Hall and at Nathan Phillips Square and get your picture with the Toronto Sign (3D Toronto Sign). I also recommend checking out The Church Wellesley Village for the ambiance, overall Vibe, and history. Toronto is just one of those awesome cities that I recommend checking out and if you live here make sure you take in all the tourist attractions and history. It is quite amazing and something to appreciate. read more

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Why can't the city repair the Salmon Run art installation by Susan Schelle. It's been out of order, blocked off and full of weeds and garbage for years now, maybe. 5 years. It is in probably one of the busiest tourist areas in the city; where the CN tower, Ripleys and the Rogers Centre all meet. This is an absolute disgrace. read more

I love Toronto, the mix of neighborhoods, the setting by the lake, the beautiful skyline (especially at night), makes it a lovely place to visit. We got the City Pass and got to see many of the top attractions for one price, which made it easy and painless. Toronto is the most populous city in Canada, a multicultural city, and the country's financial and commercial centre. I love its ethnic mosaic and its clean streets and sidewalks. Many different areas of the city give it a very cohesive but eclectic at the same time. Its location on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario, which forms part of the border between Canada and the United States, and its access to Atlantic shipping via the St. Lawrence Seaway and to major U.S. industrial centers via the Great Lakes have enabled Toronto to become an important international trading centre. Since the second half of the 20th century the city has grown phenomenally, from a rather sedate provincial town--"Toronto the Good"--to a lively, thriving, cosmopolitan metropolitan area of almost 6 million people. Toronto is a city with scores of neighborhoods....Toronto has some well known and visited neighborhoods like......Chinatown which now is really 3 or 4 different Chinatowns spread all over metro Toronto, so take your pick..... and Kensington Market, which features an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants that reflect the city's multicultural diversity. All in all is a great city with a beautiful skyline reflecting on the shores of lake Ontario and many many sights to see and explore. read more

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Went to a brewery and had 3 samples and the waitress was super nice. The place has a relaxing feel. So much fun read more

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One of the most amazing cities I've ever been to. Was pretty clean and felt safe. Definitely has a resemblance to New York City with their own little time square. Our favorite part of the whole trip was the food tour at Kensington market. If you're into food then don't miss out on food tours. Other things to note were Toronto sign, graffiti alley, CN tower, Sporting events, St Lawrence Market, and just walking downtown. Plenty of things to do so make sure to do plenty of research, and make any early reservations. We failed at our research because we didn't look at the St Lawrence Market hours of operation and planned a day to visit when they were closed. Definitely one of the best trips we took in 2022. Also, I found the best bagel on earth here. I crave it daily! read more

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Despite being Canadian, I had never been to Toronto because the cost of a flight, at typically $700+, is prohibitively expensive, and If I am going to spend close to a thousand dollars for a flight, it's going to be to at least a different country. However, this September, our friends who live in Toronto were getting married and I very much wanted to attend their wedding, so I spent a disgusting amount of money on plane tickets to Toronto, more than what I have spent on tickets to Asia. The price of the flight was painful, but my friends' wedding was worth it, and it was a good reason to finally visit Toronto. Unfortunately my husband and I weren't able to schedule a long trip (we arrived in Toronto on September 2nd, and he flew back to Vancouver on the 7th, and I flew to Louisville on the 8th), so there was a LOT we weren't able to see and do, but we had a fantastic trip, and we hope to visit Toronto again. I don't know what living in Toronto would be like (cheaper than Vancouver and with better transit), but from a tourist's perspective, it was great. During our trip, we did: September 2: arrived several hours later than scheduled (thanks Air Canada), so we didn't have time to do much, and just went out for dinner at Mill Street Brew Pub in the Distillery District. The pub and the Distillery District weren't particularly interesting, but we were starving and were interested in checking out he Distillery District, and it was a reasonable walk from our hotel. September 3: Had a lovely visit with some family friends and went for brunch at the Sunrise Grill & Crepe. After our visit, my husband and I went to High Park and then Kensington Market, where we discovered Pancho y Emiliano and the Last Temptation. September 4: We spent the night in Niagara Falls where we visited Bird Kingdom and had an amazing dinner at Weinkeller. September 5: Went to the Bata Shoe Museum and then met Gayan P and his girlfriend for dinner at Beerbistro, one of the highlights of the trip. Gayan and I had talked about meeting up one day, and then he moved to Toronto before we had the opportunity. So when I booked my trip, I asked if he wanted to meet. I'm glad I contacted him, as he and his girlfriend are lovely people, and my husband and I had an excellent time. September 6: My friends' wedding at Erin Estate Weddings, which is actually in Orton, about an hour's drive from Toronto. September 7: Ripley's Aquarium in the morning, and then we went to the airport where my husband flew back home and I was to fly out to Louisville. Due to my canceled flight, I booked another night at the Fairmont Royal York, where we had been staying for our trip (we had gotten a fantastic price, which they extended for my extra night), and then went to the Last Temptation for cheap food and drinks. September 8: I was FINALLY on my way to Kentucky! [Yelp collections: Toronto/Niagara Falls 2021; Cities] read more

One of my top 3 cities in North America. It's clean, has a good theater scene, great restaurants/bars, is easy to navigate, and has a ton of things to see and the lake is very scenic. I would seriously consider living here if not for the weather. read more

For the past nearly nine years it's been my pleasure and privilege to represent Toronto as my career. I've been struggling to find the right way to explain why being the Yelp Toronto Community leader has meant so much to me not only professionally but personally. But I've finally found some simple words to explain why this has been so meaningful, momentous and marvelous: Toronto's small business owners make our world go 'round, and I got to champion them for a living. It doesn't get much better than that. Toronto is the most diverse city on the planet, known for Drake and raccoons, but it should be known for hundreds of thousands of small businesses that line the streets. And I got to know so, so many of them by name. Each one more special than the next, with every snack, sip and extra your heart can imagine. We've been hit particularly hard through this global pandemic, but we're going to come out stronger than ever on the other side. One last time for the people in the back: you are lucky to live in Toronto. Shop local and tip generously. xoxo, Evelyn A read more

Fantastic! If you can go, GO! The 4th Largest City in North America, but you can walk around feeling particularly safe, even at night, for the most part. It is a very, very diverse city that exudes inclusiveness (at least we felt that way), making it extremely comfortable and enjoyable to visit. Since it so large, it is good to get the lay of the land before you venture out. I recommend three things, a bike tour, a trip up the CN Tower, and the Big Bus Tour. A trip up the tower gives you an appreciation for the sheer size of the city and the helps you lay the city out in your mind. We have taken two bike tours of the city and one of Toronto Island and loved every minute of both. I am not a fan of bus tours, but it is very helpful to take one too to get more familiar with the city. And then you need to get out on the water and take in the view of the skyline and visit Toronto Island if you have time. The city is overflowing with great dinning options, so take your time to do a little research before going out to eat. Don't be afraid to leave the downtown core and get out and about to visit the neighborhoods and search for something unique. Must See Areas & Attractions: Harborfront Centre & Roundhouse Park The CN Tower Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Rent a bike and bike the waterfront bike path The Distillery District The Royal Ontario Museum Art Gallery of Ontario Kensington Market read more

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Toronto. It's my hometown. Born in East York. Grew up in the Beaches. Took summer courses (mainly Cantonese) growing up across the city. Hung out in the downtown area during my teen and undergraduate years. Declared Glendon College my chosen college at York University. Held three summer jobs at the Ex. I have moved around over the years. I spent two years in Rochester, MN. I was a Winnipegger for seven years. I have lived in Markham for years since returning to the GTA. Despite all these moves, Toronto always has a special place in my heart and remains a beacon in my ever-changing life. I am constantly learning about Toronto every time I visit it. Leslieville is trendy, with a ton of cool eateries and bakeries. The original Chinatowns at Broadview and Spadina continue to expand and provide yummy places to eat. I like feeling like a tourist whenever I am in the city. Sure, there are the usual touristy places, such as the CN Tower and Casa Loma. Through the eyes of my aunts, uncles, and cousins from Hong Kong, and colleagues visiting my workplace from various parts of Europe over the years, I see what they are interested in. I tag along because not only am I showing them around, I also become a tourist and am so proud of what Toronto has to offer. I love how excited my Swedish friends were seeing a Leafs game at Scotiabank Centre and that I could recommend going to the Hockey Hall of Fame to get the true experience of being a diehard hockey fan. I love showing my relatives the Beaches area (I will never call it the Beach), and having them briefly escape reality by walking along the boardwalk and taking in a pretty view of Lake Ontario. I love taking a boat cruise at Harbourfront and throwing it back to my being a kid going to the Toronto Islands for the day. Toronto is a wonderful place to discover different, exciting neighbourhoods, and learning about different cultures, people, and food. It's a diverse city, which makes it special compared to other major North American cities. I am so proud of my hometown. I will continue to spread the word on how wonderful it is to drop by and enjoy it as much as I do. And, yes, I will continue to eat my way through the city whenever I am tootling around. (159) read more

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I visited Toronto for the first time this February - and let me say this: Next time I visit, it'll be during summer! I'm from New York City so I'm used to winter, but Toronto felt lile a different kinda cold! I guess it didn't help that I walked outdoors for longer than I do at home. Anyway, I went for the Toronto Black Film Festival, which held film screenings and events at different places in the city. I saw two films in the theaters at the Art Gallery of Ontario (basement) and I also saw the Mickalene Thomas art installation there, which is absolutely phenomenal. (I posted a separate review on AGO). The next day I strolled around the Kensington area to eat, browse shops, see street art, catch a live band, etc. I think this is great area to hang out with friends or a date when it's warm. Unless you like wandering in the cold! Bundle up. All in all, I'll visit Toronto again to see more of what the city has to offer And perhaps try public transportation. This time, I used Lyft. read more

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So this is my 1000th review. I thought long and hard about what I should review as my 1000th review, and decided it should be some place that has significance to me and has a special place in my heart. So this review is of my hometown, Toronto. When I actually lived in Toronto, I was young and carefree, without any real responsibilities, so admittedly, I look back at those times through rose-tinted glasses. However, I often came back when my parents were still living in Toronto. I was "coming home" and had a free place to stay. Now that my parents have left Toronto, I go back less frequently, and so much of the city changes between my visits, and now I stay at hotels, like all the other tourists [sigh]. All this is to say that I have experienced Toronto at different points in my life, with different perspectives, and I still love it! Now I know that Toronto has undergone an amalgamation, but for the record, in my heart, Toronto Proper is still north of Lake Ontario (obviously), south of Steeles, east of Kipling, and west of Kennedy. Hope I don't get flamed for saying that, lol. I love Toronto for all its distinct neighbourhoods that have very different feels and vibes, like Chinatown (both the new one and the old one), Kensington Market, The Annex, Koreatown, Corso Italia, Little India, Yonge and Eglinton, Yorkville, Harbourfront, Yelp only allows me a certain amount of characters per review, so I can't list them all, but there are so many, and they are all so cool. I also love Toronto for the food. I love trying foods from different countries, and Toronto is so multicultural that I can pick any country and be able to find cuisine from there. I can also find real authentic ethnic food for cheap in Toronto, that's one of the things that I really miss since I've moved away. But hey, if that's not your jam and you like Fusion Cuisine, or North American Cuisine, or local snout-to-tail, or Frou-Frou Molecular Gastronomy Avant Garde Haute Cuisine, listen Toronto has that too. I like choices, and in Toronto there are so many choices when it comes to food. I also love the architecture of Toronto, so many different styles from different eras. Old City Hall is such a beautiful Victorian era building. New City Hall although built in the 60s is modern looking and really cool. And how funky looking is the Royal Ontario Museum? St. Michael's Cathedral? Breathtaking! The list goes on: The CN Tower, The Princes' Gates at Exhibition Place, Casa Loma, U of T Main Campus, there's lots of great structures/buildings in the city. Public Transit in Toronto is awesome. I love the subway. And how cool is the art in Museum Station? I also secretly love the little convenience stores inside the subway stations that sell beef patties, pastries, and other snacks. I would be remiss if I didn't mention that shopping in Toronto is awesome. So many malls, so many shops. And so many liquidation centres and warehouse sales! Finally, I love that there's a song that makes fun of Toronto (It's called "The Toronto Song" by Three Dead Trolls in a Baggie). It was written when the Skydome was still called the Skydome (although in my heart it will forever be so) and Mel Lastman was mayor, so it's a bit dated, but it's still very funny. read more

Toronto - Old City Hall and westward. - Local Flavor Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Toronto's waterfront is stunning! Where else in the world can you go kayaking in a metropolitan city and find such an abundance of different birds? read more

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I think Toronto may be Canada's most underrated city ... or at least underrated in comparison to their Eastern counterpart and Canada's historical epicenter, Montréal. Toronto can be grouped with the Big M and Vancouver as Canada's triumvirate of great cities. To me, the city's best asset is St. Lawrence Market (reviewed here: https://bit.ly/2YOq7MD). I highly recommend not only getting a hotel downtown, but making sure that room has a kitchen ... so, so many fresh and highest-quality fruits, veggies, meats, cheeses, pastries, breads, and an international collection of foods. It's also the best place to get both of Toronto's contributions to great cuisine: The Peameal Bacon Sandwich (which I recommend getting from the Carousel Bakery: https://bit.ly/2YQEyzZ) and the Butter Tart (which I recommend getting from the Future Bakery). And the market might also be the best place in town to get Toronto- and Canada-based souvenirs (Souvenir Market: https://bit.ly/2ZGD0tF; St. Lawrence Smoke & Gift Shop: https://bit.ly/2OLUh3E). To some, the epicenter of Toronto is the CN Tower (reviewed here: https://bit.ly/2M5Lfwc). Being from Seattle, it takes a lot for a structure with a circular, 360 observation deck and a needle at its top to impress me, but I am impressed. I highly recommend not only the "full" experience but also eating at the 360 Restaurant (reviewed here: https://bit.ly/2YO9uRu) ... while pricey, you get to spend a leisurely few hours eating great food and rotating around the Tower, seeing the city and Lake Ontario. Others think the Hockey Hall of Fame is the epicenter of Toronto, and it would be hard to argue (Reviewed here: https://bit.ly/31rmSN8). Shockingly hard to find as you have to enter through a downstairs level of a mall (!!!!), it's a beautiful, detailed, epic tribute to both the NHL and hockey around the world. While international hockey is well-represented, the NHL is the centerpiece; the Great Hall houses plaques for the best of the best, every possible hockey trophy, and, of course, raised and shiny, the Stanley Cup is there. Toronto is also a great food town, and easy-to-get-around town (great subway system), and a great starting point for day trips (we took a Niagara Falls day trip that started in T-town, reviewed here: https://bit.ly/2KnZ2Mt). Toronto's a big, beautiful, fun, compelling, diverse, appetite-quenching place. I can't wait to go back!!!! read more

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Beautiful city by the lake. View from top of the CN tower is beautiful. Try to go close to sunset to experience both daylight and after sunset views. Enjoyed walk at the Waterfront trail. Public transit is very good. Variety of restaurants and so much more to explore. Everytime I am here, the city always impresses me. read more

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Born and raised in southern California (USA), I had never wandered too far away from home. The dreamy princess in me had always wanted to explore but a part of me was waiting to fall in love and travel the world with my boo... but I think I have given up on that dream. Toronto, Ontario, Canada was the perfect destination for me since (1) I spoke the language: English and a bit of French, (2) Canada is the only country I can travel to where my blood bank won't defer my donations for a year and most importantly (3) multiple tempting landmarks that I was interested in. I was far far away from home and all alone... I experienced my first layover in Newerk Liberty International Airport in New Jersey before I reached my final destination at the Toronto Pearson International Airport in Ontario. It was my first time going through Customs and I anxiously waited at baggage claim before getting picked up in the loading area. While in Toronto my first and favorite destination is the Hockey Hall of Fame. Where I come from Hockey fans are pretty rare but the intensity that Canada has for hockey is AMAZINGGGGG!! Half of the people walking around downtown were wearing Toronto Maple Leaf Jerseys. In brief, the Hockey Hall of Fame features all that you want to know about hockey... Hockey from national teams, NHL teams and of course the individual players that have stood out throughout the years. The ultimate highly for me here was TAKING A PICTURE WITH THE STANLEY CUP!! *faint* Right outside of the Hockey Hall of Fame is a TIM HORTONS!! You MUST eat their donuts and drink their mesmerizing coffee... I am back in the states now and I have the urge to special order myself some Tim Hortons coffee. Also in the downtown area was the CN Tower. At some point in time the CN Tower was the tallest building in all of Canada. From on top of the CN Tower you can experience the most magnificent view of the city. The speedy elevator propels you to the top et voila!! C'est magnifique ;) I also passed by the Rogers Centre which is home to the MLB Toronto Blue Jays and Air Canada Centre which is home to the NHL Toronto Maple Leafs. This downtown area is the place to be!! If you find yourself visiting Toronto, Niagara Falls is only 90min to 2 hours away. It is one of the wonders of this world and a definitely MUST SEE if you find yourself in the area... The waterfalls were so stunning and majestic... Swoon!!!!! TORONTO -- Je t'aimerai toujours!! I will always love you!! When it was time to return home, I was not ready to say goodbye. There is so much more of the city I wish to explore... If the opportunity presents itself again, it would be my pleasure to return for some more happy friendly sweet polite Canadian TLC :) **Detailed reviews of each spot I mentioned will be posted and put onto a Toronto list shortly** read more

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Toronto is one of my favorite cities, and I've only been to this city twice. Each time I'm blown away and have more reasons to love the city. I love how diverse the city is. The streetcars and public transportation system is really reliable, and it's powered by their Presto card. I'd recommend getting one, so you can easily pay for the fare and reload the card at one of the vending machines. Their public transportation system is also really clean and safe, and it's refreshing that people aren't trying to sell you things on the train and you don't see anyone who's homeless and sleeping on the train either. It's eye opening in a positive way, especially since I've been in Chicago my whole life, and the people on the trains would sell me things or I'd have to see homeless people in the train. I also loved being able to hear the Cantonese language still spoken in Chinatown, Willowdale, etc. It makes me proud of my heritage and to feel represented. The Chinese food here is really delicious and authentic. I recommend checking out the super touristy places, such as the CN Tower. My partner and I recently flew in to the Billy Bishop airport via Porter Airlines, the views are stunningly beautiful of the water and CN Tower -- it's also located on an island, and you'd get on a ferry to the other side which is the actual city. While I was inside of the CN Tower, I was able to look out the window and see our airport. If you're a fan of the Netflix show Kim's Convenience, I'd recommend checking out the actual store in Toronto as well -- it's owned by a Korean family, the owner is super nice, and they sell merchandise from the show and it's actual convenience store that's still operating. There's so much to do, and yes my review is biased because I love Toronto and am trying to figure out how I can get me a dual citizenship here so I can come and go as I please. If you've never been to Toronto, I highly recommend you check this city out at least once in your lifetime. read more

Toronto - View of CN Tower - Local Flavor Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

1/16/22 Toronto is a place I have been to a few times. a city I first experienced when I came here for summertime school trip. I enjoyed walking around this city. I remember seeing a Hardrock Cafe and a few other iconic places that nearly extinct or completely extinct. I remember staying at a...(I wanna say Marriott, but I am not 100% sure) hotel where several of us males did hallway streaking. I was not one of those males at the time, but it was amusing to watch. Luckily, one male had the sense to have a plan in mind case hotel personal came a calling...they did. I returned to Toronto again with again for summertime school trip, but this time, I was older and a C.I.T (counselor-in-training). I also developed a crush on woman named Sarah Heller. She was also counselor-in-training. She did end up becoming my girlfriend, but that is another story. The third time to Toronto was for The Billy Joel Elton John Concert on 3-29-95. Our seating wasn't so good, but we did see everything from a elevated platform. I found Billy Joel's music better; as well, as entertaining the crowd. Elton John was definitely more flamboyant in this concert than Billy Joel, but what really stood out to me was when Billy a d Elton went head to head in a piano duel like Daffy Duck and Donald Duck...without the violent antics. It was great listening to these two artists, but I think Elton John won the piano duel. I have been to Toronto one other time with my parents, but do not remember why we went there other than spending time with family members. Guess this is a good a reason as any. I wouldn't mind revisiting Toronto and more of Canada. Maybe even visit Halifax Nova Scotia. I know we will be visiting another state or country for my wife's birthday and mine this year, it just depends on where we decide to go. read more

I just wrote this review and I need to post it PRONTO Then I have to leave to go ride my horse named TONTO I could say bad things about it but I don't WANT-TO Because the truth is, I LOVE TORONTO! When I'm on Tor, I usually want to move Onto the next city, but not so much when I'm in the largest city in Canada, which has so much great food and so many great memories, despite never really giving me an excellent crowd for one of my concerts. But then neither have Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle, and so on - so maybe it's a big city thing. Toronto is one of the most amazing cities in the world. Nowhere is there a city that is at once as liberal, as clean, as safe, as relaxed, as friendly, as multicultural, as affordable, with as much to do and eat, as Toronto. However, you can't have everything, and what Toronto lacks is livable weather. For months a year (sometimes as long as 5 months) it's severely cold, often below freezing for weeks on end, and occasionally so far below freezing that it's lethal to be outside for too long. Yes, it's that cold here. And this is the southernmost part of Canada, too. Lol. But what it lacks in warm climate during the winter, it makes up for with beautiful, mild summers, and some of the most beautiful women in the world too. In terms of girls it's like the Los Angeles of Canada. I'm left open-mouthed a lot of the time. It may be that Toronto men are a lower standard of cuteness or that girls here like whiny English Yelp boys with long hair, but the stunning women here seem much more interested in me than some of the similar lovely girls south of the Canada-US border. Oh how I love visiting Toronto. For things to do, definitely go up the CN Tower. It's spectacular. It's also expensive, which is why you'll probably only want to do it once. Wander around hippie central (Kensington Market) which is also hipster central, as well as nearby Chinatown. Koreatown on Bloor is great too. Go up and down Yonge Street as well as west on Queen St and King St for lots more ethnic delights. Try the St Lawrence Market and the Quayside and The Danforth. The "Taste Of Danforth" Greek festival in summer is especially exciting with hundreds of thousands of attendees and lots of great food. Toronto FC is one of North America's most exciting and well-supported soccer teams, and other sports here are passionately followed too (especially Hockey). The part I'm really into (I mean after all this is Yelp and look at the size of my tum) is the food. I used to (ashamedly) think that Toronto food was sub-par. That's because I hadn't tried the really good sh** yet. Here's a list of the very best of the best. My list of my fave Toronto stuff, not complete yet: https://www.yelp.com/list/v-canada-toronto-area-toronto For food, try the Pork or Beef Banh Mi sandwiches at Banh Mi Boys (either location). Get Fried Pork N Chive dumplings from Dumpling House - some of the best you'll ever have. Also try Yummy Yummy Dumplings. Grab a Chicken Tikka Masala Roti from Mother India. Try Doubles next door at Al's. Get sausage rolls and pies at Brick St Bakery (as well as some dessert items below). Get Pork Bone Soup from Seor Ak San (Korean). Get Peruvian Chicken, beans and rice from Henry's. Also try Pupusas at Tacos El Asador. Zet's has good Souvlaki 24 hours but is a little pricy. The Peameal Bacon inside St Lawrence Market is famous, but make sure you go to the original stand, not the fake ones near the entrance. For drinks, try the Bubble Tea at the chains (Sharetea, Gong Cha, Coco). Sharetea: Okinawa Milk Tea. Gong Cha: Oolong Milk Tea w Brown Sugar (not on menu). Coco: Milk Tea. Get the hot versions of those drinks if it's cold. Green Garden Bubble Tea is excellent too. For dessert, head straight to The Danforth. Start with Athens Pastries. Order the Loukamades (Honey Balls) and you'll be in heaven. The Galaktoboureko is good too. Then stop by Von Doughnuts virtually next door and try their incredible Creme Brulee. It's perhaps the best donut outside NYC - in the world. For the best ice cream in Canada, go to Ed's Real Scoop, East of downtown. So many amazing flavours. Get Portuguese Custard Tarts (Pasteis De Nata) from Brick St Bakery and Golden Wheat (especially in the morning when they're hot). And try a custard fish from any of the Kevin's Taiyaki locations. Other great spots include Ave Maria (Venezuelan), Brazil Bakery, King Palace (Indian), Nguyen Hong, Progress Bakery, San Francesco Foods, Rayhoon Persian (in Burlington), and many more. I know you're crying at the thought of all this great food (Tearonto), and all these places are honestly, truly great (Trueronto), so if you want to go around and try them all (Tryronto), a sort of Fox-esque food tour (Touronto), ending at the top of the CN Tower (Toweronto), now I have to make like a Norse God and get out of here (Thoronto), and if you're cute and have a lisp then in the morning, I promise you'll be walking side to side (Thoreonto). read more

Toronto - Let's take a Tor before we move Onto the next city. - Local Flavor Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Buckle up ladies and gents; this is going to be a hell of a review. It only took me 3 days to fall in love with Toronto. I already can't wait to go back! We arrived on the 30th of June by Train and immediately started walking around downtown and the banking district. We saw Trump Tower (you guys have a trump tower??) and made our way to our home away from home for the next 2 nights. After dropping off our stuff we went to Casa Loma by public transportation (very easy) and can we just talk about how you still use tokens??? They are so inefficient!! They're cool and all but I was afraid of losing them because they're so small. Anyway, Casa Loma was great, review here: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/casa-loma-toronto?hrid=sQoJs-cbtvKwZOiBichNrA&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) After that the Aquarium: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/ripleys-aquarium-of-canada-toronto?hrid=jW7J32qcJZjbxhojxHHdhQ&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) And the CN Tower: http://www.yelp.ca/biz/cn-tower-toronto?hrid=K9MddKbim2KaGqLxjmUSBA Ate here at around 11pm: Jz's Pizza: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/jzs-pizza-toronto?hrid=TRUNwFx4EhiChwvlFKhyBw&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) Woke up super early on July 1st 2017 to celebrate Canada Day at the Zoo! Toronto Zoo: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/toronto-zoo-toronto?hrid=E__W-k_KDhgIFeAK7X7oJA&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) Side note: Can I just say how impressed I was with your subway system? It is so efficient and clean they were also air-conditioned which we don't have in Montreal. Each stop has a cool aesthetic, like museum station has some Egyptian columns. It's great! It made traveling in the city very enjoyable. Streetcars are very fun to ride and I plan on making full use of them next time I go (I only rode once). They're the coolest thing ever. After the Zoo we wandered around downtown/Chinatown/Dundas Square and ate some fried chicken. The Dirty Bird Chicken: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/the-dirty-bird-chicken-waffles-toronto-3?hrid=eYKpk-Gxw9-kvDaZAHOQKQ&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) And some Doughnuts: http://www.yelp.ca/biz/krispy-kremes-doughnut-cafe-toronto?hrid=JjvfZeRlRg6vQVqWG5jWSw Ended the night watching the fireworks at the CN Tower and the Harbour front while having an ice cream cone. Lick it Gelato: http://www.yelp.ca/biz/lick-it-gelato-toronto-2?hrid=ASkE92OClDMRiWt_uMENNw July 2nd 2017. Last day. Woke up early again and went shopping at the Eaton Centre: http://www.yelp.ca/biz/cf-toronto-eaton-centre-toronto?hrid=6KctVi-YdpY86umMPJTD5w Shopped a lot at Uniqlo because it is one of my favourite stores that we, unfortunately, don't have in Montreal. https://www.yelp.ca/biz/uniqlo-toronto-2?hrid=Mv93hPCAZrC0aX_ZIaif7g&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) If you are still reading, I'd like to know. So send me a compliment of the word: Giant Ducky. That'll be our code. I'm hiding this here so people can't just skip to end and get the code. Met up with a friend downtown and he showed us around Ryerson Campus. He introduced us to the Believe Guy (Just like Montreal, Toronto has lots of characters downtown. Difference is they have yelp pages because they are so famous. Believe Guy: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/jesus-guy-at-dundas-square-toronto?hrid=eGpWqLUCRUkCWssoeoPDRw&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) ) Took us to Pai, a very trendy restaurant downtown. Pai: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/pai-northern-thai-kitchen-toronto-5?hrid=Sdo579oVVD5AdLtHW8JSpg&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) We had some drinks and bites at Black Bull Tavern: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/the-black-bull-toronto?hrid=Yv1QBouRJUlNEGXdY2YjMg&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) Before taking the train back home! I had the time of my life! Random observations: There are a lot of hot dog vendors everywhere. Totally felt like New York half the time. Toronto attractions all have a nickel machine thingy to make souvenirs and that's just hilarious to me because they do that in the states too. Also I'm a huge sucker for these so it was really tempting to spend my whole budget on nickel machines. 13% tax! PS: If you made it to the end of this I am seriously impressed. Honestly, I couldn't even read this whole thing. I just wrote it in sections and that's why it took me a month to write. But Kudos to you! read more

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I went to Toronto as a way to celebrate my 25th birthday, and was here for about half of a week (one day spent in Niagara), and had an absolute blast. Tell me something: I was here in September 2019, when is reasonable to want to come back? The following October? A good indicator of how much I enjoyed myself is my legs. If at the end of each day (especially a few days in) my legs are about ready to fall off, then you know it was a great trip. Where to start... where to start? Toronto is a very young city, and they are still building like crazy! Sure, Old City Hall might have been around for a while, the skyline though won't be the same next year. It's cool to be in be middle and part of something so dynamic! There's plenty of eclectic, such as Kensington Market. You know, those cute little shops and restaurants that exist before gentrification replaces everything with Chipotles and Starbucks, or whatever the Canadian equivalent is... Tim Horton's? Speaking of: I enjoyed the dining scene a lot. All those cute little shops likewise mean affordable eateries with great food! Assembly Chef's Hall alone is reason enough to visit return. Safety: Whether walking around day or night, I never felt unsafe in the city. Tour guides tell me there are areas in Toronto that are bear steered clear of at night, though I believe these aren't where tourists roam. Walk-ability: even as someone who is fond of mass transit, more often than not I saw somewhere around a mile on the GPS and decided to just walk it. You should always keep your head on a swivel, certainly, but pretty pedestrian friendly. Mass-transit: The mass transit system can be a little tricky to figure out, especially since fares and transfers apparently depend on which direction you're heading. Otherwise, they system seemed to work well, and get you from point A to B quickly and safely. Streetcars are just cool, especially the nostalgia inducing older ones. Metro seemed to be spectacular! Very clean and running with hiccups. Sure, I don't live in Toronto full time, but living in the Boston area with some of our rolling stock being over 50 years old (and notoriously prone to breakage) I can appreciate a well oiled subway. Speaking of cleanliness, Toronto seemed to be very clean. While this is arguably a matter of perspective, I didn't find myself walking through an area of town where I though "yikes, man. Don't people know how to use a garbage can?" General attraction: There seems to be something for everyone. There are various museums, an amazing aquarium, the aforementioned neighborhoods, shops and restaurants, and plenty of public spaces. Toronto is the kind of place which, in my opinion, is great for about three or four days. If you wanted to go for longer, with a little planning you could probably find something to fill that time. read more

For my landmark 1000th review, I've chosen one of my favourite places in the world. My hometown Toronto. Toronto my city... you can say I'm biased but no matter how far I've traveled or how long I've been away, it is a welcome sight to see Toronto skyline while flying back in. The long lakeshore with it's apex of high rises just spills outwards from the central point of the CN Tower. For all those who are considering coming to Toronto, I can say to you that we Torontonians tends to be a bit too humble. Yes our city is under the cold winter winds and snow from November to April. It requires a car to get around effectively (though we do have Uber and Lyft now) and it has such a huge sprawl if you consider the outer reaches of GTA. Yes, we have funny coloured money. And oh sorry about apologizing so much... habits I guess. Underneath all that, we've got a love for all things new and different ... and we embrace it. Whether it be the newest cuisin, e a different culture that we're learning from newcomers, a new exhibit of avant garde art at the AGO, or even the newest food fad ... gold covered carbon black ice cream anyone? In general, Toronto is a melting pot... a coming together of different experiences and people to make our city whole. Even most of our professional athletes are not from Toronto... let alone Canada. But we love every soccer, hockey, baseball, and basketball player that have come to represent our city (DeMar we love you!!). It is a chance to find some of the most generous Ethiopians or Syrians and experience breaking of the bread with them ... all within 50 meters of each other. That being said... food. It's plentiful and it's very good. You can go 50 stories up to the best views and beautiful plating at Canoe or you can find some of the most authentic delicious cheap eats in the nooks and crannies in Kensington. Toronto heart is in it's stomach at times... ok most of the time. Some of the best Chinese food outside of China is here and all types as well. And it's not just ethnic foods that shine here too... we got our steaks, BBQ, and oysters working at the best level. The hundreds of reviews I've done over the many years is a testimony to that. As for entertainment and fun, we have every type of sports team and the city is PASSIONATE about it. The vibe is all out bolt of energy and you can't help but scream and jump along with it. If you want to be in the heart of the most energizing fun, I recommend a Toronto Maple Leafs game. We have some of the biggest festivals representing unique parts of our city... a few are Pride, Caribana, and TIFF. It spans different parts of our cities identify and really shines a light on the culture. We have a few museums that can charm you (Ripleys & Toronto Zoo). There are many natural paths within it's reach that could amaze you like the Scarborough Bluffs or High Park. Wine country is only 50 minutes and one of the most incredible falls in the world is only an hour. Our smaller districts will keep you amused... whether it be the wonderful step back in time in Distillery, the bohemian artsy Kensington, the many Chinatowns, or the platinum mile of Yorkville. Walking along Queen st, you can find yourself walking into every type of store to your amusement ... whether it be custom made shoes, Japanese knick knacks, 'smoking' paraphernalia, or carefully curated boutiques for high end womens clothes. For Ossington, you can find an amazing restaurant literally within a 2 ft of you. Yes, the CN tower is our known landmark but I really believe the one that will stay with you is the people and cultural fingerprint. Everyone is welcomed... all creeds, race, background, identify, ... everything. Yes, it is a big city and it's easy to get lost but you can always be found the moment you desire it. It all depends where your heart is... Is it in the dark greens of a serene forest, the gentle sounds of soft waves hitting shorelines under a cliff, among the salivating smells of a delicious meal, or the screams and roars of the crowd. Toronto has this and it's all here for you to find it. read more

Toronto - Who could hurt a little bunny? Apparently mice have some anger issues - Local Flavor Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Well It's not the cleanest city, people are rude. Everything is expensive and transit is a joke! Traffic is insane !

The City of Toronto is so vast and diverse, it's the one city I've visited so many times and still haven't begin to uncover it's many wonders. I don't recall the year I first arrived here but I do recall crossing over the border and driving up the Queens Highway and how uneventful it was until I got closer to the suburbs of Toronto and the traffic suddenly stopped, the highway had suddenly turned into a sea of cars and the connectors provided no relief for hours. I realized that although the traffic here can be incredibly unpredictable driving into the city midweek in the early evening if never something you want to experience. The city and surrounding areas boast a population of over seven and a half million people, as incredible as it sounds this city functions like no other - it's one of the few northern cities that I've visited that the people seem to be extremely happy in their element no matter the season. I have always contributed this to the fact that it's a city of immigrants and they chose to be here and why wouldn't they this city has a little bit of everything desirable. My first experience as I recall was a business venture in North York, looking back it was more like a grand adventure. I first met these friends stateside and we instantly found a shared connection and it wasn't long before I was invited into their community and of course a business meeting at one of their favorite restaurants. Moldova Restaurant my first true Russian dining experience, known for tasty soups like their borscht and spicy harcho, they also have chibureki turnovers, cabbage rolls, and Kiev chicken cutlets, it was truly a feast of kings. I could not have wished for a better introduction into one of the city many cultures. Cafe Diplomatico is another can't miss experiences, located in the Italian neighborhood off of college street it offers an amazing outdoor dining experience and unprecedented people watching opportunities. The list of sights is endless in a city that's the epitome of diversity and beauty. From the downtown skyscrapers, museums and the CN Tower you'll never run out of adventures in Toronto. . read more

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Toronto through the eyes of a Southern Californian... My first experience in a downtown metropolitan city was the "City of Angels": Los Angeles, California. Tall skyscrapers stood next to each other blocking the light and air with no trees in sight; garbage and homeless people on the corners and smog blanketing the city. Downtown was not a place I would willingly want to go to. You need a car to traverse the city but if you get caught in rush hour, be prepared to sit still in traffic for hours; don't you dare honk your horn, lest you experience a physical altercation due to road rage. Four decades later, here I am in Toronto. I marvel at all the exquisite glass high-rises that reflect the beautifully landscaped surroundings, expansive blue sky, and billowy white clouds. The stunning vistas from these towers are breathtaking; one side you can see all the way to the next city while the other side is a view of serene Lake Ontario. There are restaurants everywhere in every nook and cranny: from two story trattorias with charming patios to tiny shipping container eateries. So many foodie choices from cuisines all around the world. I'm so very thankful that Toronto is a walking city; we all need it to stay thin and healthy after indulging in food and drink. People watching is so fascinating here: a mix of cultures, each one keeping to their own traditions in fashion, hair style and mannerism. A multiplicity of cultural enclaves comprise the downtown area. Charming neighborhoods with their own personalities: Kensington Market with it's vintage clothing stores and food stalls, Cabbagetown and it's restored Victorian homes, St. Lawerence Market which is the largest indoor market in the city, the Harbourfront with it's Summer festivals by the lakeshore, and many others. Hop on a bus, subway, trolley to explore this wonderfully complex and beautiful city. read more

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Toronto with many neighbourhoods, each with its own unique vibe and character. Love this city read more

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Completely enjoyed every trip I went to in Toronto. The first time we stayed at 1 King West, and the views were amazing. Eaton Centre was within walking distance and Younge Square was mesmerizing. Dining options are plentiful. And there is so much to look at. The second time we stayed at the Doubletree. Still with in walking distance of Eaton Centre, but maybe not CN Tower. We walked there anyhow. Because parking is a nightmare and driving isn't any fun at all. On one of the visits we took the Hop on Hop off bus tour. It was expensive but I felt like it was worth it. I only wish we had done the three day tickets so I could have visited more stops. If you don't want to stay in the city. You can stay in Vaughn and take the subway. I've even done that a couple of times. Using the trolley to get to the Exhibit. (A large celebration of food and crafts) highly recommend putting the city of Toronto on your bucket list. And Niagara if you're in the neighborhood. read more

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Hands down, one of the cleanest cities to visit! Although Toronto is a bigger city, it didn't feel congested the entire time (up until rush hour lol). It's a completely different feel from what I'm used to. People are friendly, there's lots to do, lots of new things to see. Just know the Canada laws because you might be able to do certain things that you didn't know (if you catch my drift). We went to the CN tower, aquarium, and the zoo. If you're only here for a couple days, definitely go to the CN tower. It's an amazing view! Skip the aquarium and zoo (it's like any other). Enjoy the Toronto life and food! I can't wait to go back for sure! read more

I'm a New Yorker who visited Toronto from July 4 to July 7. Overall, I had a great time. I stayed at the Neill Wycik Hostel which is about a 10-15 minute walk from downtown Toronto and two blocks away from Yonge Street, which is the main thoroughfare in Toronto. Toronto is a diverse city. There are quite a few attractive Asian females. Everyone whom I met was friendly. Furthermore, there are a lot of tourist attractions in the city. My favorites were Toronto Island, Nathan Phillips Square, and High Park (I was too cheap to head to the top of the CN Tower. Maybe next time). There are lots of bars, restaurants, and nightclubs on Yonge Street. The mass transit system is excellent. I never had to wait long for a TTC train and the UP Express train made it easy getting from Pearson Airport to downtown Toronto. Toronto is essentially a cleaner and smaller New York. Although I enjoyed my stay and will likely come back, there are two major problems that the city needs to address. One, there were homeless people on every block- I mean that literally. And shockingly, the vast majority of homeless people were white. I'm not familiar with Canada's economy, but I didn't know that things were that bad. Two, I utterly abhor Yonge-Dundas Square. It is a knockoff Times Square and is supposed to be an iconic tourist attraction. However, I didn't feel safe there. I passed through Yonge-Dundas Square quite a few times during my visit. Once, I saw a psycho preacher guy talking some jibberish. Another time, I saw two people fighting. One particular incident scared the shit out of me. I was working out at the nearby Goodlife gym on July 5, which was a Friday. After my workout, I headed to Denny's on the other side of Yonge Dundas Square for dinner. The next morning, I was eating breakfast in the cafeteria at my hostel when I saw the news. There was a stabbing at Yonge Dundas Square. The stabbing occurred the previous night at 9 PM. I was in Yonge-Dundas Square at 10 PM. Although I'm capable of defending myself, it's scary knowing that I was so close to being in a precarious situation. Being a New Yorker, I'm aware of the fact that crime can happen anywhere. The stabbing incident isn't enough to deter me from coming back to Toronto. I just have to exercise common sense, just like I do when I travel in my hometown. With the exception of that incident and the homelessness problem, I enjoyed my visit. I look forward to coming back in the near future. read more

Toronto is a hidden gem. Our neighbor to the north, with endless sources for entertainment, great food, shopping, cross cultural and big city experiences. There is more to the city than just going up the CN Tower. I have yet to experience the Kensington area, and several other neighborhoods. I've strolled and eaten along Yonge street many times. Never a dull experience. Colorful, clean and classy city. read more

Toronto - Local Flavor Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Every time I visit Toronto I think to myself why don't I come here more often? It really has something for everyone. Wanna be hipster? Check out Kensington Market. Wanna shop? West Queen West is calling your name. Are you a foodie? Spend some time at St. Lawrence Market or any number of great restaurants. Love the outdoors? Parks, green space, and the islands abound. Are sports your thing? Take in a game. My most recent trip included a great hockey game in which my beloved Red Wings won (sorry Leafs fans). Go and experience all the culture you can cram into a day and tell me just how fun this city is! read more

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Although I now live in the Ottawa area, I used to live in Toronto - it feels like a lifetime ago because it's been nearly 20 years! But in fact, I grew up there. It has changed a lot in that time. Since being away, I have come to appreciate a Toronto mind-set that I grew up with, which I thought was prevalent everywhere, but it turns out to be specific to Toronto: the desire to escape the summer heat in the city. Hot and humid in the city? Escape North for the weekend. Barrie / Orillia, Haliburton or Parry Sound, here I come! Biting cold in the winter? Go skiing on Hamilton Mountain! The activity will warm you up. Staying home? Visit the theatre downtown. We used to go to one of Honest Ed's restaurants on King Street, then to a play. In any season, anyone would enjoy shopping and eating in the distillery district. This is where I saw a Busker Festival a few years ago. We recently had the opportunity to go right downtown into the heart of the city to attend a special event with family, down at the National Yacht Club at the foot of Bathurst Street. They have been an institution in Canada - as stated on their website: "On the water since 1894!" Driving through the city, we were plagued by heavy traffic and rude drivers (ok, so this part made me happy to come home!) But the waterfront location and views of the city, the experience at the Yacht Club also made up for the hard ride down to the site! Another great venue I have enjoyed visiting is Roy Thompson Hall. We got tickets for the National Geographic Speaker Series, which has been offered for 5 or 6 years now, I think. They offer 4 events for as inexpensive as $79.00 (and up) for 4 tickets for 4 different events in this series, which run from the fall to spring. One time we even parked for free at the CBC building! The speakers have been photographers of still pictures and video, showing their work and speaking about their adventures. While growing up, I really enjoyed attending the Canadian National Exhibition (this is the one reference to "The EX" that is upbeat, happy, and a good thing! LOL) The CNE is on from August 19 to September 5 this year. Keep it coming, Toronto! read more